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Flat Rock Falls

New York · Waterfall

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

As of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 04262000, 7.4 miles away, reports a streamflow of 195 ft³/s near Flat Rock Falls but no water-temperature reading.

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 04262000, as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 268 ft³/s over 83 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
195 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.28 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 268 ft³/s over 83 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge OSWEGATCHIE RIVER NEAR OSWEGATCHIE NY (7.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.